Google has officially rolled out Chrome 132, marking its first significant update of 2025. A notable feature included in this update is the enhanced ability to customize the toolbar on desktop versions of Chrome, available for Mac, Windows, and Linux users.
To begin customizing the toolbar, users can navigate to the New Tab Page and click on “Customize Chrome” located at the bottom-right corner. Under the Appearance section, a new “Toolbar” option will be available, allowing users to select which buttons they want to display on either side of the address bar.
The customization options include:
– **Navigation Buttons**: Users can choose from Home, Forward, and New Incognito Window.
– **Your Chrome**: This includes quick access to Google Password Manager, Payment Methods, Addresses and More, Bookmarks, Reading List, History, and the option to Delete Browsing Data.
– **Tools and Actions**: This section provides shortcuts for Print, Search with Google Lens, Translate, Create QR Code, Reading Mode, Copy Link, Send to your devices, Task Manager, and Developer Tools.
Users have the flexibility to drag and rearrange the icons in the toolbar, and most will also open alongside the new side panel interface. The “Send to your devices” feature stands out as particularly useful, facilitating easier access to content across devices.
Importantly, any buttons users select to place in the toolbar will sync across all their desktop browsers, providing a consistent user experience. Google has been developing this feature over the past several months and is now confirming that it is widely accessible with the release of Chrome 132.
To ensure your copy of Chrome is up to date, users can access the update through the three-dot menu in the top-right corner, navigating to Settings and checking the “About Chrome” section.
This update not only enhances user experience through customization but also reflects Google’s ongoing commitment to evolving its browser capabilities.
In summary, the introduction of customizable toolbars in Chrome 132 allows users to tailor their browser more to their personal needs, ultimately enhancing productivity and usability. This change is a positive step forward for users looking for a more personalized browsing experience.